Climate Overview
The climate in Hà Giang is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 2469mm of precipitation falls per year. Hà Giang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hà Giang is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.
Temperature
Hà Giang sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 31°C. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hà Giang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2469mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 206mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 372mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 85mm. That's 287mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Hà Giang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Hà Giang, which began on March 20, 2026. Hà Giang is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 636mm across the season with a monthly average of 212mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1033mm across the season with a monthly average of 344mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 488mm across the season with a monthly average of 163mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 12 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 312mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Hà Giang is during February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 90mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hà Giang based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
